In a move that signals a significant shift in their minor league strategy, the Pittsburgh Penguins have named the Florida Everblades as their new ECHL affiliate. As part of the agreement, the Everblades will serve as a key developmental pipeline for the Penguins, providing a crucial stepping stone for young players to hone their skills and prepare for the NHL. The Penguins' President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Kyle Dubas made the announcement, highlighting the organization's enthusiasm for the partnership. With this move, the Penguins join a growing list of NHL teams leveraging the ECHL as a vital part of their player development and scouting efforts.

The Pittsburgh Penguins today named the Florida Everblades as the organization's ECHL affiliate, President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Kyle Dubas announced. “The Penguins are excited to ...